What Is the Difference Between Hypothesis Testing and Discovery-Based Research

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Multiple Choice

What is the difference between hypothesis testing and discovery-based research?

• A) Hypotheses can be validated or invalidated while discovery-based research relies more on collection and analysis of data without a hypothesis.
• B) Discovery-based science can be validated or invalidated while hypothesis based research relies more on collection and analysis of data.
• C) There is only one type of experimental approach, both terms describe the same approach.
• D) Hypothesis-based research results in believable science while discovery-based research results in unreliable conclusions.

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Definitions:

Hair Cells

Sensory cells located in the inner ear that are critical for hearing and balance, converting mechanical sound waves into neural signals.

Slowly Adapting Receptors

Sensory receptors in the body that respond to a stimulus over an extended period, gradually decreasing in activity.

Meissner's Corpuscles

Specialized nerve endings in the skin that are sensitive to light touch, enabling the perception of texture, shape, and fine details.

Merkel's Receptors

Specialized nerve endings in the skin that respond to light touch and pressure, helping in the perception of texture and shape.